Emt stuvia 2023 - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

After an EMS call, some crew members begin discussing a recent case with some non-EMS personnel. This is unacceptable behavior because it is: a) A breach of the patient's right to know b) A breach of the patient's privacy and is unethical c) Against the New York State Good Samaritan Law d) Against the principles of patient consent - ANSWER b) A breach of the patient's privacy and is unethical Which form of consent allows you to treat an unconscious patient? a) Actual consent b)...

EMT Final Practice Fisdap 2023-2024 Questions and Answers (Graded A) EMT Final Practice Fisdap 2023-2024 Questions and Answers (Graded A) EMT Final Practice Fisdap 2023-2024 Questions and Answers (Graded A) A 4-Year-old female tracheostomy pt has pulled out her tracheostomy tube. The opening is partially obstructed with skin. You should A. Use a soft tip catheter and suction until clear B. Insert a nasal airway into stoma C. Wipe the area clean and perform mouth to stoma ventilation D. Cut...

Shaken Baby Syndrome can cause which of the following conditions? (A) Hypoglycemia (B) Abdominal bruising (C) Subdural hematoma (D) Lower extremity fracture - ANSWER (C) Subdural hematoma Which law protects an EMT if the EMT acts in good faith, is not negligent, acts within the scope of practice, and does not accept payment for service? (A) implied consent laws. (B) Good Samaritan laws. (C) malfeasance laws. (D) absolute immunity laws. - ANSWER (B) Good Samaritan laws You arri...

During the scene size-up, you should routinely determine all of the following, EXCEPT: A) the mechanism of injury or nature of illness. B) the ratio of pediatric patients to adult patients. C) whether or not additional resources are needed. D) if there are any hazards that will jeopardize safety. - ANSWER Answer: B Rationale: Components of the scene size-up—after taking standard precautions—include determining if the scene is safe for entry, determining the mechanism of injury or nat...

EMT FISDAP EXAM 2 STUDY QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100% CORRECTEMT FISDAP EXAM 2 STUDY QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100% CORRECTEMT FISDAP EXAM 2 STUDY QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100% CORRECTEMT FISDAP EXAM 2 STUDY QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100% CORRECT The collective set of regulations and ethical considerations governing the EMT is called: a. duty to act b. scope of practice c. advanced directives d. good samaritan laws - ANSWER-B Legislation that governs the skills and medical interventions that may be...

C: ask a female EMT to attempt to assess the patient -ANSWERS When you attempt to assess a 22-year-old woman who has been sexually assaulted, she orders you not to touch her. Your MOST appropriate initial action should be to: A: obtain a signed refusal and return to service. B: transport the patient without performing an assessment. C: ask a female EMT to attempt to assess the patient. D: explain to the patient that she must be examined. B: relieving pressure off of the cord by gently pul...

Decreased Afterload Effects - ANSWER Decreased Arteriole Pressure = Decreased Aortic Pressure = Left Ventricle Works Better Cushing's Triad - ANSWER SxS of Increased Intracranial Pressure Increased Systolic Pressure Widened Pulse Pressure Decreased Pulse and Respiratory Rate PAT: Pediatric Assessment Triangle - ANSWER General Appearance Work of Breathing Circulation to the Skin Beck's Triad - ANSWER Indicates Cardiac Tamponade HoTN, JVD, Muffled Heart Tones Tuberculosis SxS -...

Upon insertion of an oropharyngeal airway (OPA), the tip of the device should be positioned in what anatomical space? a. Oropharynx b. Nasopharynx c. Hyperpharynx d. Laryngopharynx - ANSWER Answer: D The OPA works by lifting the base of the tongue off the posterior pharynx. With proper insertion, the tip should rest in the laryngopharynx so it can fully support the tongue. The administration of a beta2-specific drug to a patient with respiratory distress is done to effect a change to w...

AMI (Heart Attack) (Acute Myocardial Infarction) - ANSWER Blockage in the coronary artery. Death occurs in the myocardial muscle due to lack of oxygenated blood flow through the coronary arteries. S/S Chest pain, Pressure, nausea, weakness, fatigue, Dyspnea (SOB), Diaphoresis (excessive Sweat), Abnormal signs, sudden cardiac arrest. Angina pectoris - ANSWER A period experienced in a patient where heart tissue is not getting enough oxygen. much like spasm of an artery, symptoms as atheroscler...

The primary assessment of an adult with chest pain is - ANSWER determine the transport priority You are caring for a six-year-old patient with respiratory distress. The pulse oximeter (Sa02) reads 93%. Your management of the patient should include: - ANSWER Administer sufficient oxygen to maintain a pulse oximeter reading of at least 94%. Which of the following interventions should be performed first for an unresponsive patient with a suspected spinal cord injury? - ANSWER Jaw thrust maneu...